Should I Buy a Pontoon Boat

We talk a lot about the cons or problems of boats because we want you to be aware of the drawbacks of each type of boat. What about the benefits though? There are a number of reasons that pontoon boat usage has grown more dramatically in the last 5-10 years than almost any other boat segment. In this video we will cover:
Intro 0:00
Pontoon Boat Low Draft 0:44
Pontoon Boat Size/Room 1:05
Pontoon Boat Speed & Watersports with Pontoons 1:22
Pontoon Easy to Maneuver 1:53
Pontoon Boat Speed 2:18
Fishing with a Pontoon Boat 2:28
Depreciation of a Pontoon Boat 3:07
Pontoon Boat becomes an extension of your dock 4:32
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[@boatinglessons]

What is your opinion of pontoon boats?

[@terrywinningham5405]

I have owned a pontoon boat for over 20 years and when I retired in 2020 I purchased a new tritoon, grandkids love it.

[@toonman361]

This is a VERY informative video. I am about to take a ride on a friend's pontoon and I have some ambulatory issues. I am confident now, that I will be able to get on and off easily. At 62, I have no issue being called "an old man."

[@boatinglessons]

Have a fun ride!

[@benrichards9667]

Got a 27' with 115hp inboard/outboard. $2500 stereo. Rocks. We love it! Best summer fun ever.

[@boatinglessons]

That’s amazing Ben!!

[@answerace]

Do you do any tubing with that setup? We are looking for something 24 or under and looking for opinions on engine size. Thanks

[@benrichards9667]

@@answerace not much. We like the party barge vibe. Cruise, music and good cold beer. Then some on board BBQ for the win!

[@answerace]

@@benrichards9667 we dig that too. Have a 8 and 11 year old that likes to tube but nothing fast/crazy

[@mattwilliamson8459]

It's by far the most versatile style boat on the market.

[@boatinglessons]

Agreed Matt!

[@ronpage101]

We've had many good times on our pontoon boat. Really brings a group together. Plus, the are so versatile. You can fish, lounge, party, tubing, swim, BBQ, and relax.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Because a pontoon boat is like a floating living room……without a fireplace 😁

[@boatinglessons]

I think that is a good thing 🤣

[@bug512]

Just got a little Quest for our 10hp restricted lake. Love it so far.

[@boatinglessons]

That's fantastic; have fun out there!

[@mken4740]

The plywood minivans of the lake!

[@dwsinclair5282]

I love my pontoon boat.

[@boatinglessons]

So happy to hear it - tough to beat a day on the water in a pontoon!

[@visionboard1783]

Air BNB all day Im doing my research you got me togther brotha

[@carolyngray251]

I have a 24 ft suntracker with mercury 115 hp. The water was choppy and the boat other boats went by adding to the waves. Should I have slowed down or continued driving at the 3 rpm’s.?

[@richardocain8299]

Wow great video. Retiring from Colorado to Holister Missouri on table Rock. We love to camp alot. Selling RV to get a Pontoon boat. One problem is can't find a seating system that can convert to a bed for camping on a Pontoon boat. Don't want a huge house boat just get a bed. What boat brand could I find with seating to convert to a bed system. Our RV had jack knife system that easily convert to a queen bed. Any ideas.

[@jaxrican1]

Get a Sea-Doo Switch. We have our seats set as a bed. You can configure seating however you please. We got the camper enclosure and have spent the night out on the water (with a mosquito zapper on board). Take a look at them, it may work for you too.

[@georgeelder8415]

I've seen a futon work...

[@RED2K2TIMMY]

I’m new to boats but I want something to fish fresh water with but my wife wants something that can also go into the bay is that possible?

[@flushot6513]

Or if you want some friends ya buy a boat or pontoon so relaxing being on the water

[@carolyngray251]

Should I drive faster or slower when confronted with choppy water?

[@no2mob889]

How about rough water?

[@TheDarklordHero]

thank you so helpful:)

[@grindmode6384]

I have a question can you put the pontoon in saltwater ? For example around the bay were its more calm

[@boatinglessons]

Yes, we do see that. The aluminum does corrode very quickly, so we would recommend it be removed after use and washed off with fresh water (either on a lift or trailer

[@kashsurf]

Videos nicely done 💯

[@boss133749]

You get a like just for the dad joke at the beginning.

[@boatinglessons]

Thanks for appreciating the corny ;)

[@Terri_The_Great]

very helpful 👌

[@cweathersby]

What are the diff sizes of pontoon boats? I wanna get my 1st boat but dont want a huge 2030 foot boat..Something small to take a lady friend or the kids on

[@jeffallen5871]

Sun Tracker's smallest is a 16 foot "bass buggy".

[@tonymanero8540]

Pontoon boats fatalities happen over 3x as a regular boat.

[@tacodias]

Can I poop in a pontoon boat? If so can you recommend models?

[@DVeck89]

I would suggest a model that has a pop-up changing room and then you can put like an RV/porta-potty toilet in there

[@jponyboyace]

Salt water can pit in saltwater……

[@MrHuffmeister]

Put a 300 hp engine on the back of a 25 foot livingroom lmao

[@langleyjw]

Would having a glass of wine on your pontoon boat while tied to your dock be considered drinking and boating by the 👮 popo?

[@ie6370]

he where we, are if you have your keys on u then yes you can be charged...so leave the keys in the cottage and then you are good to sit in the pontoon boat and have a beverage or two

[@kimboatlover1237]

OK but have yall seen the wooden pontoon boat that supposedly blows other pontoons out of the water? Heavier yet faster with less horse power, allows for thrilling watersports with the amount of power that even the most popular pontoon boats can only offer pleasure cruising oh and they claim it can be passed down for generations! Crazy right? Yeah maybe but then I saw this video .... kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqWTl2aJl7CriJo

[@miktub1555]

That beard tho.

[@tommeadows2176]

They're absolutely is no benefit of owning a pontoon boat they are just the worst thing to ever own

[@boatinglessons]

What is your favourite boat type instead?